Communications

North Georgia Technical College invites the community to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in true Irish style at “Green, Jeans and Irish Cuisine” scheduled from 6-9 p.m., Friday, March 16, 2018, at the NGTC Currahee Campus.

North Georgia Technical College students in the Culinary Arts Program on the Currahee Campus are raising their utensils a little higher these days, after learning their program received an exemplary commendation by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation Accrediting Commission (ACFEF).

North Georgia Technical College students in the Culinary Arts Program on the Blairsville Campus are raising their utensils a little higher these days, after learning their program received an exemplary commendation by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation Accrediting Commission (ACFEF).

North Georgia Technical College horticulture instructor Craig Thurmond was recently named 2018 Educator of the Year for the state of Georgia by the Georgia Green Industry Association (GGIA). The GGIA is a statewide trade association whose mission is to promote and advance the economic, lifestyle and environmental benefits of Georgia horticulture. Through education, legislative monitoring, certification exams, trade shows and conferences to the horticulture-related industries in the state, the GGIA is deeply rooted in the horticulture industry.

North Georgia Technical College Automotive Technology student Jason Nichols, of Carnesville, was recently awarded the 2018 Phoenix Patriot Foundation’s Veterans Scholarship for the state of Georgia, totaling $1,000. Requirements for the scholarship included being a Veteran and writing an essay about future plans after college.

The North Georgia Technical College Foundation recently received a $1,000 student scholarship donation from the Northeast Georgia Antique Auto and Truck Club. The Club has awarded $500 scholarships to two NGTC automotive students annually for over 16 years. The funds, which are proceeds from the Northeast Georgia Antique Auto Region Car and Truck Show, are made available to the winners to purchase tools and equipment for their chosen profession. This year’s winners are Jeremy Gay from Martin, Ga. and Alex Hamilton from Dahlonega, Ga.

North Georgia Technical College President Dr. Mark Ivester recently presented employee service awards, recognizing those who have given distinguished years of service to NGTC and the Technical College System of Georgia.